Gurgaon, situated in the NCR of Delhi, is a fast developing metropolis that is being referred as next Singapore of India.Gurgaon also known as 'Guru Gram' or 'Guru Gaon' ( village of the spiritual teacher) was named after Dronacharya, a character in the Epic Mahabharata. The district is surrounded by Delhi & Rajasthan.
It is said that Yudhishtar, the eldest brother among the Pandavas, gave this village to his guru, Dronacharya, whose tank still exists on the west side of the Railway Road.Actual village "GURGAON" is about 1.5 km. away from Gurgaon town, where the temple of Sheetla Mata, attracts devotees in large numbers on every Monday and Tuesday.

Tourist Attractions In Gurgaon

Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary - It is another major tourist attraction. Founded by Dr. Salim Ali it is situated 20 km from Gurgaon and 46 km from Delhi. A stretch at marshy land has been remodelled. Hundreds of species of migratory birds have winged in to stay in the sanctuary.

Shama - Located on the Delhi-Jaipur highway is the Shama. Its location makes it a popular halt with the travellers. The motel, restaurant, bar and lawns make it an excellent excursion or weekend trip from Delhi. It has hosted several family gatherings and celebrations.

Damdama Lake - Gurgaon also boasts of another tourist attraction - the Damdama Lake. Tourist facilities at the Lake include restaurant, bar, motel wing, conference hall, hovercraft, lawns and camping site, adventure activities and lake for boating.

Excursions

Suraj Kund
Suraj Kund is an excursion option Gurgaon. It is ideal place for picnic situated in Haryana. Excellent boarding and loading facilities are available here. You may enjoy boating in the Rajhans- Water Lake or stroll in the gorgeous green gardens.

Karna Lake
The man-made Karnal Lake is situated on the National Highway No.1 near Karnal. Thelovely green stretch celebrates one of the protagonists of the epic Mahabharatha- Karna. It attracts several tourists with its guest rooms, greenery, and well-equipped conference hall. The lake and the birds add to the charm of the lake.

How to Reach gurgaon?

By Air - Delhi's Indira Gandhi International is just across the border of Gurgaon, a fact which no doubt adds to its popularity.
By Rail - Gurgaon has a small rail station on the Delhi-Jaipur railway line, but it only receives about five trains a day.
By Road -DTC and Haryana Roadways buses runs down National Highway 8 in Delhi.